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... hereof without prior expressed written permission from D-Link Corporation. This publication may not be reproduced, in whole or in the United States or other countries. Copyright © 2023 by D-Link Corporation. D-Link DWR-978 User Manual i Revision 1.01 Manual Revisions ...Date March 16, 2023 • Initial release Description Trademarks D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of such revisions or ...
... hereof without prior expressed written permission from D-Link Corporation. This publication may not be reproduced, in whole or in the United States or other countries. Copyright © 2023 by D-Link Corporation. D-Link DWR-978 User Manual i Revision 1.01 Manual Revisions ...Date March 16, 2023 • Initial release Description Trademarks D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of such revisions or ...
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.../WPA2 54 Windows® 7 56 WPA/WPA2 56 WPS 59 Windows Vista 63 WPA/WPA2 64 Windows® XP 66 WPA/WPA2 67 Troubleshooting 69 D-Link DWR-978 User Manual ii
.../WPA2 54 Windows® 7 56 WPA/WPA2 56 WPS 59 Windows Vista 63 WPA/WPA2 64 Windows® XP 66 WPA/WPA2 67 Troubleshooting 69 D-Link DWR-978 User Manual ii
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Table of Contents Wireless Basics 73 What is Wireless 74 Tips...76 Wireless Modes 77 Networking Basics 78 Check your IP address 78 Statically Assign an IP address 79 Wireless Security 80 What is WPA 80 Technical Specifications 81 Regulatory Information 83 D-Link DWR-978 User Manual iii
Table of Contents Wireless Basics 73 What is Wireless 74 Tips...76 Wireless Modes 77 Networking Basics 78 Check your IP address 78 Statically Assign an IP address 79 Wireless Security 80 What is WPA 80 Technical Specifications 81 Regulatory Information 83 D-Link DWR-978 User Manual iii
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Section 1 - Product Overview PProacdkuacgteOCvoentrevnietsw 5G AC2600 Wi-Fi Router DWR-978 12 V 4 A Power Adapter Ethernet Cable Quick Install Guide and Warranty Documents SIM Card Adapter System Requirements • Computer or mobile device with 802.11ac/n/g wireless adapter • Internet Explorer® 9, Firefox® 12, Chrome™ 20, or Safari 5 • Mini SIM card • Subscription with a mobile Internet Service Provider * Subject to services and service terms available from your carrier. D-Link DWR-978 User Manual 1
Section 1 - Product Overview PProacdkuacgteOCvoentrevnietsw 5G AC2600 Wi-Fi Router DWR-978 12 V 4 A Power Adapter Ethernet Cable Quick Install Guide and Warranty Documents SIM Card Adapter System Requirements • Computer or mobile device with 802.11ac/n/g wireless adapter • Internet Explorer® 9, Firefox® 12, Chrome™ 20, or Safari 5 • Mini SIM card • Subscription with a mobile Internet Service Provider * Subject to services and service terms available from your carrier. D-Link DWR-978 User Manual 1
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D-Link DWR-978 User Manual 2 More bars indicates a stronger signal. 2 Power LED Will be lit if a 5G connection is powered on and working. Section 1 - Turns red if there ...
D-Link DWR-978 User Manual 2 More bars indicates a stronger signal. 2 Power LED Will be lit if a 5G connection is powered on and working. Section 1 - Turns red if there ...
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For connection to a DSL/cable modem or router. D-Link DWR-978 User Manual 3 For WPS pairing with wireless devices. For mobile network connections. Section 1 - For connection to a network-enabled desktop or notebook computer. Product Overview 12 3 4 56 1 Power Connector 2 Power Button 3 Ethernet LAN Ports 4 Ethernet WAN Port 5 SIM card slot 6 WPS Button Connects to the included power adapter. Turns the device on or off.
For connection to a DSL/cable modem or router. D-Link DWR-978 User Manual 3 For WPS pairing with wireless devices. For mobile network connections. Section 1 - For connection to a network-enabled desktop or notebook computer. Product Overview 12 3 4 56 1 Power Connector 2 Power Button 3 Ethernet LAN Ports 4 Ethernet WAN Port 5 SIM card slot 6 WPS Button Connects to the included power adapter. Turns the device on or off.
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Using a paperclip, press and hold the button down for media or external devices. D-Link DWR-978 User Manual 4 The router will reboot to factory settings. Product Overview Side/Back View 1 2 1 USB Port 2 Reset Button USB port 2.0 for 10 seconds. Section 1 - Resets the device to factory settings in about 30 seconds.
Using a paperclip, press and hold the button down for media or external devices. D-Link DWR-978 User Manual 4 The router will reboot to factory settings. Product Overview Side/Back View 1 2 1 USB Port 2 Reset Button USB port 2.0 for 10 seconds. Section 1 - Resets the device to factory settings in about 30 seconds.
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... via one of the LAN ports on the bottom of your SIM/UICC card is in an attic or garage. D-Link DWR-978 User Manual 5 c. If you wish to use a wired connection exclusively, you through Ethernet via Wi-Fi using the SSID and password ...card. b. Make sure the power button is disconnected and powered off as the sole Internet connection. Note: By default, the DWR-978 uses the mobile network as the DWR-978 Mobile Router performs initialization and Internet connection processes. Installation Installation This section will turn solid green: Power, Network, WiFi (if enabled...
... via one of the LAN ports on the bottom of your SIM/UICC card is in an attic or garage. D-Link DWR-978 User Manual 5 c. If you wish to use a wired connection exclusively, you through Ethernet via Wi-Fi using the SSID and password ...card. b. Make sure the power button is disconnected and powered off as the sole Internet connection. Note: By default, the DWR-978 uses the mobile network as the DWR-978 Mobile Router performs initialization and Internet connection processes. Installation Installation This section will turn solid green: Power, Network, WiFi (if enabled...
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... using a wireless connection from your wireless network. At a 2-degree angle it looks over 42 feet (14 meters) thick. D-Link DWR-978 User Manual 6 The key to follow these basic guidelines: 1. Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The DWR-978 can reduce your home or office. A wall that the signal will travel straight through a wall or ceiling (instead...
... using a wireless connection from your wireless network. At a 2-degree angle it looks over 42 feet (14 meters) thick. D-Link DWR-978 User Manual 6 The key to follow these basic guidelines: 1. Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The DWR-978 can reduce your home or office. A wall that the signal will travel straight through a wall or ceiling (instead...
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... default password is a menu. On this page you to the Troubleshooting section for assistance. Clicking on one of these icons will see the Home page. D-Link DWR-978 User Manual 7 Note: If you will take you can view information about your Internet connection, the wireless/LAN status, and system information. To log in...
... default password is a menu. On this page you to the Troubleshooting section for assistance. Clicking on one of these icons will see the Home page. D-Link DWR-978 User Manual 7 Note: If you will take you can view information about your Internet connection, the wireless/LAN status, and system information. To log in...
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... your password one more time. These messages can organize, send and receive Short Message Service (SMS) messages by selecting between a Setup, Inbox and Drafts tab. D-Link DWR-978 User Manual 8 Click Send to the router's internal memory or on the SIM/UICC card itself. Time: Specify number to your previous settings. Inbox Mobile...
... your password one more time. These messages can organize, send and receive Short Message Service (SMS) messages by selecting between a Setup, Inbox and Drafts tab. D-Link DWR-978 User Manual 8 Click Send to the router's internal memory or on the SIM/UICC card itself. Time: Specify number to your previous settings. Inbox Mobile...
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Click Submit to save your settings, or Cancel to revert to your password one more time. D-Link DWR-978 User Manual 9 Time: Specify number to send your message. Content: (Optional) Should you wish to . Click Send to dial. Inbox Mobile: (Optional) Specify a password. Content: Enter the content you have specified a password above, verify your previous settings. Section 3 - Configuration SMS (U)SIM Send Message Mobile: Enter the mobile number to send the message to send.
Click Submit to save your settings, or Cancel to revert to your password one more time. D-Link DWR-978 User Manual 9 Time: Specify number to send your message. Content: (Optional) Should you wish to . Click Send to dial. Inbox Mobile: (Optional) Specify a password. Content: Enter the content you have specified a password above, verify your previous settings. Section 3 - Configuration SMS (U)SIM Send Message Mobile: Enter the mobile number to send the message to send.
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Storage: Click Submit to save your settings, or Cancel to revert to your previous settings. D-Link DWR-978 User Manual 10 Configuration SMS Settings SMS Settings SMS center: Enter the name of the SMS center. Section 3 - New SMS Select the new SMS storage.
Storage: Click Submit to save your settings, or Cancel to revert to your previous settings. D-Link DWR-978 User Manual 10 Configuration SMS Settings SMS Settings SMS center: Enter the name of the SMS center. Section 3 - New SMS Select the new SMS storage.
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D-Link DWR-978 User Manual 11 Configuration USSD USSD Settings Code: Enter USSD code. Click Submit to save your settings, or Cancel to revert to your previous settings. Section 3 -
D-Link DWR-978 User Manual 11 Configuration USSD USSD Settings Code: Enter USSD code. Click Submit to save your settings, or Cancel to revert to your previous settings. Section 3 -
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... previous settings. Security Indicates the Security Mode of the connection. By default Auto Width: 20/40 MHz is selected, you may also select 20 MHz. D-Link DWR-978 User Manual 12 By default Mixed 802.11b/g/n is selected, you may also select None. 802.11 Mode: Indicates the wireless mode of a schedule. Transmission...
... previous settings. Security Indicates the Security Mode of the connection. By default Auto Width: 20/40 MHz is selected, you may also select 20 MHz. D-Link DWR-978 User Manual 12 By default Mixed 802.11b/g/n is selected, you may also select None. 802.11 Mode: Indicates the wireless mode of a schedule. Transmission...
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... 3 - Wi-Fi Name Indicates the name of the connection. (SSID): Password: Indicates the password of the connection. Transmission Indicates the Transmission Power of the connection. D-Link DWR-978 User Manual 13 By default Power: High is selected, you can choose Channel: manually between channel 1-13. Click on page 29. Configuration Primary 5G Advanced...
... 3 - Wi-Fi Name Indicates the name of the connection. (SSID): Password: Indicates the password of the connection. Transmission Indicates the Transmission Power of the connection. D-Link DWR-978 User Manual 13 By default Power: High is selected, you can choose Channel: manually between channel 1-13. Click on page 29. Configuration Primary 5G Advanced...
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... to revert to access the schedule menu "Schedule" on page 29. Visibility Indicates whether the Wi-Fi network is selected, you may also select None. D-Link DWR-978 User Manual 14 Status: Schedule: Indicates whether the Wi-Fi network is Enabled or Disabled. Configuration Guest Wi-Fi Guest 2.4G/5G Advanced Setting Status...
... to revert to access the schedule menu "Schedule" on page 29. Visibility Indicates whether the Wi-Fi network is selected, you may also select None. D-Link DWR-978 User Manual 14 Status: Schedule: Indicates whether the Wi-Fi network is Enabled or Disabled. Configuration Guest Wi-Fi Guest 2.4G/5G Advanced Setting Status...
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If enabled, your previous settings. D-Link DWR-978 User Manual 15 Subnet Mask: Enter the subnet mask of the router. Click Submit to save your settings, or Cancel to revert to your computers ...
If enabled, your previous settings. D-Link DWR-978 User Manual 15 Subnet Mask: Enter the subnet mask of the router. Click Submit to save your settings, or Cancel to revert to your computers ...
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... or Disabled. Broadcast: Advanced Settings UPnP: Indicates whether UPnP is Enabled or Disabled. IPv4 Multicast Indicates whether IPv4 Multicast Streams is Enabled or Disabled. Streams: D-Link DWR-978 User Manual 16 Range: DHCP Lease The lease time determines the period that the host retains the Time: assigned IP addresses before the IP addresses...
... or Disabled. Broadcast: Advanced Settings UPnP: Indicates whether UPnP is Enabled or Disabled. IPv4 Multicast Indicates whether IPv4 Multicast Streams is Enabled or Disabled. Streams: D-Link DWR-978 User Manual 16 Range: DHCP Lease The lease time determines the period that the host retains the Time: assigned IP addresses before the IP addresses...
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Secondary Select connection type of the primary WAN. WAN: Fail Over: Indicates whether Fail Over is Enabled or Disabled. Section 3 - Click Submit to save your settings, or Cancel to revert to your previous settings. D-Link DWR-978 User Manual 17 Configuration Network (WAN) IPv4 Dual WAN Settings Dual WAN: Indicates whether Dual WAN is Enabled or Disabled. Primary WAN: Select connection type of the Secondary WAN.
Secondary Select connection type of the primary WAN. WAN: Fail Over: Indicates whether Fail Over is Enabled or Disabled. Section 3 - Click Submit to save your settings, or Cancel to revert to your previous settings. D-Link DWR-978 User Manual 17 Configuration Network (WAN) IPv4 Dual WAN Settings Dual WAN: Indicates whether Dual WAN is Enabled or Disabled. Primary WAN: Select connection type of the Secondary WAN.